Robert West

American rhythm & blues and soul songwriter and label owner based in Detroit, Michigan.

For the Los Angeles-based session bass player active in the 1970s, see .

Born March 1, 1912 in Montgomery, Alabama. Moved to Detroit, Michigan in 1935. Founded the Detroit R&B and soul labels , , , , , and in addition to the publishing companies and (). Died on January 8, 1983 in Las Vegas, Nevada.